so i ran across a problem while installing wheel spacers just now. the rears went on with no problem, but i couldn't get the fronts on.

The problem I have is with the bolt that protrudes from the rotor hat. I know the bolt itself can be removed, but the thing that the bolt goes into still protrudes from the rotor if i am not mistaken, preventing the wheel spacer to sit flush against the rotor hat.

So, how am i supposed to install the front spacers? Are special spacers made that account for that bolt thing, or does that whole piece that protrudes from the rotor hat actually come off?

all help appreciated, and if it's something really stupid go ahead and flame... i'll deserve it

just for reference here is a picture of the brake assembly. shouldn't make any difference but i have the brembos.

 

It's stupid, but I won't flame. Remove the bolt. It's only there to ensure that you don't rotate your tires and put the stock rear rims on the front.

There have been quite a few threads on this over the years. Take comfort that you are not the first.

Flaming to follow:

 

Looks like you will have to get a wheel with 6 holes.

 

Once you remove the bolt the other piece literally falls off. The bolt is the only thing holding it on.

 

lol it would have to be a spacer with 6 holes though!

thanks that it explains it. i guess i couldnt tell that would come off due to the surface rust making it seem like it was attached to the rotor.

thanks for going easy on me!

 

LOL No problem